Arlo Parks Navigates the Sophomore Slump with ‘My Soft Machine’
Though buoyed by Arlo Parks’ resilience and desire for authentic union with a partner, My Soft Machine is over reliant on predictable sonics and vague melodies.
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Damon Albarn’s ‘The Nearer the Fountain’ Is a Beautiful Album
Damon Albarn’s new album is beautiful, one worthy of the songwriter’s long and oddly-shaped legacy. No Blur or Gorillaz comparisons apply.
Arlo Parks Spins Fascinating Tales on ‘Collapsed in Sunbeams’
Arlo Parks' Collapsed in Sunbeams is an emotionally wrenching journey through relationship drama set to low-key pop songs with hints of hip-hop and R&B scattered throughout.
Boniface’s Debut Album Is a Complex, Deeply Personal Pop Masterpiece
Boniface unleash their debut album, a sophisticated coming-of-age statement, full of irresistible pop hooks and rhythms.
Let’s Eat Grandma Makes Synthpop with Variety on ‘I’m All Ears’
I'm All Ears, the second album from British duo Let's Eat Grandma, is an entertaining and engaging synthpop record.